Family Friendly Chunky Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

41 Border Collie dogs for adoption near East Midlands, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Border Collie dogs available for adoption in and around East Midlands, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Border Collie ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Border Collie that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Border Collie breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

  • Penny 1

    Penny

    • 2 Years Old

    Penny's ideal home Penny is a beautiful 2yr old Collie Retriever Crossbreed who has had a pretty rubbish start to life. She's a really fun and affectionate girl who likes to say hello to everyone she sees. She's full of life and energy, but also likes to chill out and snooze once she's had a blast. She's been with us for a while now while we've been checking some things out

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire  (92mi)

  • Otto 4

    Otto

    • 4 Years Old

    Otto's ideal home Otto is a 3 1/2 year old Collie. He is now ready to start looking for his new home. He is looking for a family that enjoys going for walks and someone looking for a buddy to go on adventures with. Otto can live with children aged 11 and above that are used to bouncy Dogs, he would however currently need to be the only pet in the home, but can have dog friends

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire  (82mi)

  • Eifer 4

    Eifer

    • 4 Years Old

    Eifer's ideal home Eifer is a gentle, sensitive girl who will truly thrive in an active but peaceful home with a calm, reassuring atmosphere. She prefers quieter environments and takes her time to understand new sounds or movements — especially things like loud noises or activity on stairs. With patience and kindness, she shows lovely, thoughtful behaviours as she works

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks  (61mi)

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    Sofie

    • 1 Year Old

    Sofie's ideal home Sofie is a lovely 1-year-old Labrador x Collie who is happy, confident, and very affectionate when meeting new people. She enjoys human company and greets everyone with enthusiasm. Sofie is mixing well with other Dogs and loves to play, showing a fun and energetic personality. As a young dog she can become a little excitable and may jump up when greeting

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Sammy 2

    Sammy

    • 3 Years Old

    Sammy's ideal home Sammy’s looking for a family to go on fun adventures with - He loves going for his walks and is sociable with other Dogs. His favourite thing to do when he isn’t sleeping is to play with his toys, running around with them and throwing them in the air! He is often shy around new people and wouldn't want to live in a home with lots of different people

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire  (40mi)

  • Hugo 1

    Hugo

    • 1 Year Old

    Hugo's ideal home Hugo will truly shine in a calm to moderately active home where he can enjoy consistent routines and a peaceful environment. He could live in a household with older teenagers (16+) or adults. Hugo currently lives with older children and interacts with them respectfully. Because he’s a lively, enthusiastic youngster who expresses his excitement through

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks  (61mi)

  • Moss 3

    Moss

    • 4 Years Old

    Moss's ideal home Moss is a sensitive four year old Collie who can be a little shy at first, so he’s looking for a calm home with older teenagers (14+) who’ll give him the time and space he needs to settle. We don’t know much about his past, so he’ll need patient guidance with housetraining and gradually building up time left alone. He’s a clever Collie, so

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Sasha 2

    Sasha

    • 8 Years Old

    Sasha's ideal home Sasha is an 8 year old Border Collie who is looking for her paw-fect forever home with her best friend Missie. The pair came to us for no fault of their own and are currently enjoying a life of comfort in a foster home. The girls are very friendly and sweet natured, having lived with young children before we feel that they happily could again, following a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Sneaker 8

    Sneaker

    • 5 Years Old

    Sneaker's ideal home Sneaker is a cheerful boy who is on the search for his new family. He has a good history around children and can live with those of primary school age. Sneaker needs to be the only pet in the home. He can get a bit vocal if he sees unfamiliar Dogs out and about so a family happy to work with him on this would be just what he's looking for. Sneaker is

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (47mi)

  • Kira 1

    Kira

    • 4 Months Old

    Kira's ideal home Kira is a 9 week old Staffy cross puppy who is already very large! She will need all her basic training and will need an enclosed garden for house training. Due her size and being mouthy, she will only be suitable for families with secondary school aged children who are used to very big bouncy Dogs. Could you be Kira's perfect match? With the correct

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire  (92mi)

  • Scamp 5

    Scamp

    • 12 Years Old

    Scamp's ideal home Scamp is a 12-year-old crossbreed who is looking for a loving home alongside her best friend, Chelsea. These two love to snuggle and must be rehomed together. Scamp would suit a home with children aged 8years + who can be calm and kind around an older dog. She would like to be the only pet in the home apart from Chelsea, though she is happy to enjoy gentle

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire  (82mi)

  • Chelsea 9

    Chelsea

    • 6 Years Old

    Chelsea's ideal home Chelsea is a 6-year-old crossbreed who is looking for a home alongside her best friend, Scamp. These two are a bonded pair and must be rehomed together. Chelsea would suit a home with children aged 8 years+ who are comfortable with an excitable, affectionate dog. She would like to be the only pet in the home alongside Scamp, though she’s more than happy

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire  (82mi)

  • Yogi Bear 8

    Yogi Bear

    • 11 Years Old

    Yogi Bear's ideal home Yogi Bear is an older boy ready to settle into his retirement home. He is best suited to an adult only home and is looking to be the only dog. He will benefit from continued socialisation and prefer his walks to be in low dog populated areas. Yogi Bear has a good history of living with cats and could do so again, following successful scent swaps and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (47mi)

  • Miko 4

    Miko

    • 7 Years Old

    Miko's ideal home Miko is a 7 year old Collie who is on the search for his perfect, peaceful forever home. As a older gent, he prefers a slice of the quiet life and can find lots of hustle and bustle overwhelming. He'd love nothing more than a relaxed adult only home with minimal visitors. Miko isn't quite as confident as he might seem and much prefers a hands off approach.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Cider 3

    Cider

    • 11 Months Old

    Cider's ideal home Cider is a stunning 8-month-old Border Collie Crossbreed who's looking for a forever home with people who understand the Collie breed. He's full of training potential and will really suit a more rural home where his breed needs will be met. He'll be fine with older kids who understand that he likes to have his own space. He's learning how to be social with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire  (92mi)

  • Cleo 5

    Cleo

    • 1 Year Old

    Cleo's ideal home Cleo is a young girl ready to find her new home. She is a worried lady but can live with secondary school age children as long as they can give her space when needed. Cleo has mixed well with Dogs in centre and could live with another well-matched poochy pal. While we have no history of Cleo around cats, she does have the potential to live with them, pending

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (47mi)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Starlight

    • 6 Years Old

    Starlight's ideal home Starlight is a beautiful 6-year-old Collie with bags of energy and classic collie enthusiasm. She is confident when meeting new people and is friendly with everyone she meets, but she can be conflicted around other Dogs due to being under-socialised, so she will need an experienced home committed to ongoing training and careful socialisation. Starlight

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Ollie 4

    Ollie

    • 15 Years Old

    Ollie's ideal home Ollie is a handsome 14-year-old Border Collie who has returned to our care through no fault of his own. He’s currently enjoying the comforts of a foster home, where he’s settling nicely into a cosy routine. As an older gentleman, Ollie is now looking for a peaceful retirement home where he can spend his days playing with his toys in the garden and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Poppy Collie

    • 3 Years Old

    Poppy Collie's ideal home Poppy is a 2 year 3-month-old Collie x, she is looking for a home with no other pets and adults only. She is a high energy girl who will need lots of exercise and a private secure garden where she can potter around. Time alone will need to be built slowly and her new owners must be willing to work closely with our behaviour team. Poppy takes time to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Frederick 3

    Frederick

    • 8 Years Old

    Frederick's ideal home Meet Fredrick – a charming 7-year-old crossbreed on the lookout for his forever home! Fredrick is seeking a calm, loving environment where he can be the only pet and truly shine as the star of the show. He can happily live with secondary school-aged children and is comfortable being left for short periods. Due to his strong prey drive and love for

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire  (73mi)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Adopting a Border Collie usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Border Collie is matched with the right home.

  • Before adopting a Border Collie, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Border Collie can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.

  • Browse the listings on this page to see Border Collie dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Border Collies closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.

  • Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

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